Our Salon

Mitchell James Salon is a full-service salon conveniently located in The Boulevard near Clayton Rd and Brentwood Blvd, just across from the Galleria. Our Styling team has developed a mastery of hair techniques both classic and modern in cut and color. For color we offer vibrant reds, swift foiling or balayage highlights, rich brunettes and the latest trends such as ombre. We also offer Keratin straightening, texturizing, and a variety of extension services. Our Spa and Beauty team delivers expert facials, waxing, and nail services, along with pampering massages, precision makeup and well-crafted lash extensions. Our specialists regularly refine their craft and enjoy customizing services for a wide range of discerning clients.

Being located on The Boulevard gives us the opportunity to be surrounded by an ever-changing canvas of people. Our newly decorated, second story salon creates the ultimate experience for luxury styling and sophistication amid lovely natural light. Featuring an array of beautification services from our many stylists, manicurists, aestheticians, and massage therapists, it’s a hotspot for trend, health, and beauty. Our unique space provides the perfect ambience for our talented team to share and showcase our highly specialized services & techniques, various top of the line products, and a profound happiness that comes from doing what we love.

An accomplished master stylist since 1993 and the founder of the Mitchell James Salon just under 20 years ago, James Mitchell has established an impeccable salon and spa environment that is professional yet comfortable and refreshing. Being a firm believer in education, James encourages his team to update their hair techniques through continuing education, often rewarding them with tickets to Bumble and Bumble Academy and the Unite school in San Diego.

In keeping with our salon’s ethos for instilling and promoting personal growth and continued learning is our in-salon Trails Program. Hair stylists at Mitchell James Salon must demonstrate a mastery of skills and must have at least 3 years of experience in hair design prior to independently going on the floor with clients. Our Trails Program offers the opportunity to our new talent stylists to learn and grow in their craft by shadowing more seasoned and skilled hair stylists to observe and glean varying, expert techniques in cut, color and styling. At Mitchell James Salon, we are super excited about the direction our Trails Program is taking and our success rate within our program. We are always open to new talent that is a good fit for us, promoting them, and helping them to learn and grow in the hair design profession.

James works diligently to foster a culture of social conscientiousness within the salon for both environmental-friendliness and philanthropy. An early advocate for having a small carbon footprint, James actively seeks to have his team reduce and recycle as much waste as possible. As a St. Louis native, James believes in strengthening community through continuous support of the nonprofit sector. Currently, he and his team and his online resale retail store fund-raise for nearly 200 charities and/or generously donate salon services, often a “day of beauty” and baskets of beauty products. Animal rescue is of special interest to James and his partner, Mike, they have graciously rescued just under 300 dogs in 11 years.

Premium products, talented professionals, and exceptional client education are hallmarks of the Mitchell James Salon – an uplifting experience we promise you’ll look forward to again and again. We offer morning, evening, and weekend hours to better cater to our clients’ schedules. With our 20 station capacity, we accommodate large wedding parties for a relaxing, in-salon day of beauty with our experienced and published updo specialists. We also offer on-site special occasion hair. From our concierge who greets you to the specialist to whom you entrust your hair and beauty, we are a team committed to excellence and always look forward to seeing you! Come see why we are one of St. Louis’ top salons!

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Went to see Van back in July for a cut and highlight. Van worked closely with the owner, Mitchell James to create an awesome set of highlights using a method I've never seen. They worked together and were very detailed oriented. I was seriously impressed. So impressed I've gone back a second time today to add a toner and a hair mask. I'll be back to see Van in October. Go see Van!

I don’t regularly leave reviews, but I have to share that I have really loved coming here! Beautiful salon, complimentary deep conditioning with every service, hand massage with hair washing, and refreshments - it’s a real treat to yourself! James is truly a master hair designer and has offered creative ideas each visit. His natural highlighting recommendation discretely covered my grays for much longer than my regular color treatments — what a wonderful surprise, & again a real treat to myself. I can’t recommend a place with more enthusiasm.

I don't normally write reviews but honestly James Mitchell salon is amazing and his work is so on point. I recently moved to Missouri from Ohio and I was so concerned finding someone that does a great job like my last stylist. Hands down I was amazed after every session. Recently, I transitioned my hair from dark brown to blonde highlights all over. The color turned out great, no brash or dish water look. I have received so many compliments for his work. James is extremely informative, patient, and sweet which I'm very thankful for because I know I can be picky and questioning a lot due to hair styling nightmares. My hair looks so rich and healthy thanks to James and I will definitely be coming back for more hair therapy soon. The salon environment just makes you feel so relaxed and as if you are serviced at a spa. I am a firm believer in customer service and let me tell you this salon is the best salon I have been to so far! The thing I admire most about this salon is how James actually owns the salon, and works side by side with his other stylist. It’s very rare you see how passionate a owner is in their business. So thank you so much!

I recently had an awesome experience at Mitchell James Salon. I took my daughter in for a trim with a junior stylist (Jessica), who did a fabulous job adding layers to her hair under the expert guidance of James. While we there, James noticed that my daughter needed a clarifying treatment to remove chlorine buildup & recommended some great products we could use at home. Her hair is in WAY BETTER shape and she LOVES her new style. Thank you Mitchell James!

I have been going to James for cut and color for nearly 15 years - Once I found a person who I trusted enough that I could sit down and say “do whatever you want”, I never turned back.
My daughters (4 and 6) recently had cuts by Van as well. She was great with them, listened to what they wanted done and both were very happy with the results!

Last week was my first time at Mitchell James Salon, and I will be going back. The stylist on staff were friendly, attentive and up to date with the current trends and styles. Van gave me wonderful service. She was professional, and gave me great advice on which colors would look best on me. She also did an amazing job cutting my hair. I am very picky about my hair, and I was not disappointed! I will be going back and recommending Van to all of my friends.

Very great salon! All of the workers are very nice and welcoming. My mom has been going here for 4 years now and has been a client of James. He does such a great job on her hair I came in today for a cut. Bailey did my hair and it was perfect! They also have a great variety of products for sale. My mom uses the 7 seconds detangler and loves it. I definitely recommend Mitchell James Salon and I will definitely be coming back!

I recently had my first appointment for a shampoo, cut and blowout with Van, and it was a wonderful experience! She really takes the time to listen to what the customer wants, and follows up, by making sure the desired results were achieved. My hair looks and feels great! I’ll be back again.

Amazing salon!! I’ve been coming here for over 10 years to have my color and cut done by Michele & Cate...they are AWESOME! I love my color & cut every time!!!! I love the atmosphere of the salon! I highly recommend!

Really enjoyed my experience here! The staff are all incredibly friendly and helpful! James himself is a joy to talk to and bounce ideas with! Would totally recommend as a soon to be cosmetology student 😁

James always gives me a fabulous cut! Love the razor cut that he does! Never had so many compliments on a cut before. Always a joy to come for my cuts because I am always more than happy with the results.

James is amazing. He tried a new technique called Head Shape Matters that matches the perfect hair cut for you and I am IN LOVE. If you're like me and never sure what kind of hairstyle you want, go to James. He is someone you can trust and knows what will look good for you. Bailey also did an amazing job doing a blowout and loose curls for my weekend away.

The staff here is extremely friendly and professional. I LOVE the styles James gave me and will continue to be his client. The salon is clean and beautiful and the service was exceptional. You would be very happy coming here. I cannot wait to use more of the services available.

I have been going to Mitchell James salon for the past 10 years and obviously love it! In particular , Michelle and Cate. They work as a team with Michelle knowing exactly what I want in my color and highlights and Cate always leaving me with a fabulous cut! They are always there to listen and offer suggestions, and I appreciate that! I have referred both of them to others and they have loved their results as much as I do! Thank you for all that you do!

I'm a 22 year old guy and get my hair cut by James. I appreciate his patience when I repeatedly ask to get it just a bit shorter. He has cut my hair in the past with both a trimmer and with scissors, and it has turned out well each time. Do recommend.

Fabulous salon. Jackie R. is an amazing and talented hairstylist. My friend highly recommended Jackie when I move back to St. Louis 3 years ago and I absolutely love every haircut I’ve gotten. She’s great with color too.

James is the best stylist I've ever been to. I made the leap last summer to a short haircut and James gave the best, most creative short razor cuts that is edgy but still very feminine. I have gotten so many compliments on my hair since going to him. Every team member at Mitchell James is friendly and helpful. Really awesome service!

Just moved from Chicago and was looking for a place where I could get the same quality (if not better) salon here in St. Louis. I am over the moon about my hair cut and the stylist at Mitchell James Salon!!! From the minute I walked in to the minute I walked out, I was treated with the utmost respect. Also---- walked out with a KILLER hair cut. 10/10 would recommend to anyone who is needing a new hair home. Love this place! And James, the owner, is amazing. Love love love.

Since my first appointment 6 months ago with James at Mitchell James Salon - it has been a game changer. James is a master with hair color and style. I used to blow dry and straighten my hair. James showed me how to style and use my natural wave for a whole new look! With his color genious and cut expertise - it has been a life changing experience!! Not only am I complimented on looking years younger - I save an hour’s time every morning when getting ready! I love the look and am so happy I made that first appointment at Mitchell James Salon! What have you done for yourself today?

Jill Lebsack is an amazing hair stylist. I've been going to her for about 6 months now, and the first time I met her, she took the time to show me a few tricks and she gave me a few tips on how to make my hair healthier and appear fuller. I really appreciated that because hair is certainly not my expertise, but I also appreciated the fact that she educated me about my hair instead of throwing 100 products at me to try and spending hundreds of dollars. She is very knowledgeable and will not disappoint. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

I've been coming to JD for over 8 years and absolutely LOVE Mitchell James Salon! Growing up, both of my parents were in the hair biz & they told me I'd never have long hair since mine was baby fine & poker straight. In the 1st appointment, JD taught me more about my hair than my parents did. Now my hair is long, full, healthy & stylish. Going to see JD like going to a spa. Georgia, the shampoo lady gives a great scalp massage & everyone is knowledgeable & helpful. I will NEVER go anywhere else. If you haven't been happy with your stylist GO SEE JD!

I have been going to Mitchell James Salon and seeing James, the owner, for 12 years. Needless to say, I am more than pleased with the way he cuts and colors my hair! The techniques he uses to color and cut are ones that I have never seen done at any other salon. Since he’s a color specialist, the prices are a little higher and you spend a bit more time in the chair than at other salons, but the results are worth every penny, and it lasts for months! I am always getting asked if I just got my hair done because it looks so fresh for months out. He’s always knowledgeable and up to date on the current trends and is willing to try fun and creative things to please his clients. I am more than satisfied with my hair and will never go anywhere else!